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Roof Survey in Tilehurst
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Tilehurst. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Tile-hanging on walls and dormer cheeks is checked as part of the roof where it is relevant. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
About our roof survey in Tilehurst
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there’s safe access. You get a report with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you are worried about leaning or weathered chimney stacks and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, we can find out what’s behind it.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Tilehurst drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Tilehurst (RG31, RG30)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or to a real problem being missed. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Around Tilehurst, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- 20+ years’ experience
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Tilehurst. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Local roofs in Tilehurst
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Mapledurham House, about 1.6 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Tilehurst. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you let a flat or house near Tilehurst station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For businesses in and around places like Broad Street Mall, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. Take an older house close to Tilehurst Methodist Church: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Tilehurst is about 3 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. From houses to flats and shops in Tilehurst, we can survey the roof. Tilehurst is one of the towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work.
Surveys in RG31 and RG30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Ash Road, Tyle Road and Riley Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Tilehurst: Tilehurst Within (1 mile south-east), Norcot (1 mile east), Little Heath (1 mile west), Horncastle (1 mile south-east) and Purley on Thames (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Didcot (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (11 miles north), Wallingford (10 miles north-west), Great Western Park (14 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
Near you in Tilehurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near Round Copse, The Butchers Arms and Little Heath School and the streets around them. Tilehurst’s nearest station is Tilehurst station, roughly 0.8 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (1.7 miles east) and Broad Street Mall (2.6 miles east). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
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FAQs for Tilehurst
Will you come out to Tilehurst?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Tilehurst?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you climb onto the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from ground level, windows and the roof space, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
How do I book a survey in Tilehurst?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it typically takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Parking around Tilehurst is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys